Golf or sports bag adapted for ease of access to multiple accessories

ABSTRACT

A multipurpose bag for carrying golf accessories and other personal items that includes a center compartment secured by a closure device on a top panel of the bag, the center compartment defined by a front panel, a rear panel, a first side panel, a second side panel, a bottom panel, and the top panel, wherein the bottom panel is oriented opposite the top panel, the front panel is oriented opposite the rear panel, and the first side panel is oriented opposite the second side panel, and wherein the front panel comprises a first interior surface and the rear panel comprises a second interior surface and wherein the first interior surface is oriented opposite the second interior surface, and the first interior surface and the second interior surface are perpendicular to the top panel. The bag also includes a first plurality of pockets disposed on the first interior surface and a second plurality of pockets disposed on the second interior surface. In the bag, the center compartment, the first plurality of pockets, and the second plurality of pockets are accessible by opening the closure device, a portion of contents of the first plurality of pockets and a portion of contents of the second plurality of pockets are visible after opening the closure device, and a portion of a first pocket of the first plurality of pockets is affixed to a portion of a second pocket of the first plurality of pockets.

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

The present application claims priority under 35 U.S.C. §119 toProvisional Application No. 61/968,200, filed Mar. 20, 2014, entitled“GOLF OR SPORTS BAG ADAPTED FOR EASE OF ACCESS TO MULTIPLE ACCESSORIES,”which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. Thisapplication is related to commonly owned, co-pending design patentapplication Ser. No. 29/485,632, filed on Mar. 20, 2014, and entitled“GOLF PURSE,” which is hereby incorporated herein by reference in itsentirety.

FIELD OF INVENTION

The present invention relates generally to sports accessory bags. Morespecifically, the invention relates to an improved golf accessory baghaving the appearance of a fashionable, contemporary, women's handbag,but housing multiple compartments adapted for separate storage ofaccessories, including golf accessories, and a central compartment forstorage of personal items, where the majority of the compartments areaccessible via a central, opening on the top of the bag.

BACKGROUND OF INVENTION

When preparing at home for a round of golf, it is difficult for a golferto anticipate his or her needs throughout the round of golf. Additionalgolf balls, gloves, ball markers, tees, batteries, suntan lotion,medicines, and/or coordinated accessories are all examples of items thatcould prove useful.

A variety of golf bags, totes, and purses are utilized by female golfersto carry their golf accessories and any other general accessories theymay find useful on the golf course. In order to carry all golfingessentials, as well as items that may prove useful during a day of golf,female golfers often resort to carrying more than one bag because eachbag, individually, is not adequate in meeting all needs, including beingconveniently organized, carried and updated.

Current bags often do not provide female golfers with a means toorganize the large variety of objects that could prove useful on a golfcourse. For example, many bags on the market do not have separatecompartments adapted to fit various items that women utilize whilegolfing, including but not limited to, items specific to the game ofgolf, and other accessories that prove useful on the course, but are notgolf accessories. Golf accessories include, but are not limited to,balls, ball markers, hat clips, GPS devices, tees, score cards, pencils,gloves, and/or socks. Items that are not golf-specific, but prove usefulon a golf course, and therefore players may wish to carry on course,include, but are not limited to cosmetics, snacks, water, money,pens/pencils, business cards, cell phones, keys, wallets, medicine,and/or tablet computers.

Carrying both golf accessories and other items is practical because around of golf is played over several hours and changing weatherconditions. Thus, many golfers desire to bring jackets, sweaters, raingear and socks, which have to be coordinated with the golfer's outfit.Because current bags lack an ability to organize these diverse items, afemale golfer utilizing one or more of the current golf bag options mayfind it difficult both to store all these items properly in a bag and/orto access items she is able to store in a bag because of the lack oforganization within the interior of the bag.

Current bags often render essential items difficult to access because ofhow these bags are carried and where they are kept. For example, thetraditional golf bag (to carry golf clubs) is attached at the end of agolf cart. These bags have limited organization, are inconvenient whenriding on a cart and don't allow easy access to accessories. Inaddition, these bags are stored at country clubs, car trunks, garages orclosets.

The organizational and accessibility issues associated with current golfbags can affect the quality of a golf game. A golfer's inability toaccess needed accessories quickly can affect the pace, and therefore,the quality, of the game. Pace of play is a key golf expectation andhaving golf accessories and other items in predetermined locations forretrieval with ease saves time, energy and allows focus on the game. Itcan also affect the quality of a golfer's play when he or she forgets acritical item. The absence of this item can cause loss of focus,embarrassment, loss of round, soiled clothes, additional costs, and leadto playing in adverse conditions, and/or with penalty.

SUMMARY OF INVENTION

Shortcomings of the prior art are overcome and additional advantages areprovided through the provision of a multipurpose bag for carrying golfaccessories and other personal items comprising: a center compartmentsecured by a closure device on a top panel of the bag, the centercompartment defined by a front panel, a rear panel, a first side panel,a second side panel, a bottom panel, and the top panel, wherein thebottom panel is oriented opposite the top panel, the front panel isoriented opposite the rear panel, and the first side panel is orientedopposite the second side panel, and wherein the front panel comprises afirst interior surface and the rear panel comprises a second interiorsurface and wherein the first interior surface is oriented opposite thesecond interior surface, and the first interior surface and the secondinterior surface are perpendicular to the top panel; a first pluralityof pockets disposed on the first interior surface; and a secondplurality of pockets disposed on the second interior surface, whereinthe center compartment, the first plurality of pockets, and the secondplurality of pockets are accessible by opening the closure device,wherein a portion of contents of the first plurality of pockets and aportion of contents of the second plurality of pockets are visible afteropening the closure device, and wherein a portion of a first pocket ofthe first plurality of pockets is affixed to a portion of a secondpocket of the first plurality of pockets.

Embodiments of the present invention also include a multipurpose bag forcarrying golf accessories and other personal items comprising: a centercompartment secured by a closure device on a top panel of the bag, thecenter compartment defined by a front panel, a rear panel, a first sidepanel, a second side panel, a bottom panel, and the top panel, whereinthe bottom panel is oriented opposite the top panel, the front panel isoriented opposite the rear panel, and the first side panel is orientedopposite the second side panel, and wherein the front panel comprises afirst interior surface and the rear panel comprises a second interiorsurface and wherein the first interior surface is oriented opposite thesecond interior surface, and the first interior surface and the secondinterior surface are perpendicular to the top panel; a first pluralityof pockets disposed on the first interior surface; a second plurality ofpockets disposed on the second interior surface; and at least one pocketdisposed between the first plurality of pockets and the first interiorsurface, wherein the center compartment, the first plurality of pockets,and the second plurality of pockets are accessible by opening theclosure device, wherein a portion of contents of the first plurality ofpockets and a portion of contents of the second plurality of pockets arevisible after opening the closure device, and wherein a portion of afirst pocket of the first plurality of pockets is affixed to a portionof a second pocket of the first plurality of pockets.

The present invention also includes aspects of a method for playinggolf, which includes utilizing a multipurpose bag for carrying golfaccessories and other personal items, the bag comprising: a centercompartment secured by a closure device on a top panel of the bag, thecenter compartment defined by a front panel, a rear panel, a first sidepanel, a second side panel, a bottom panel, and the top panel, whereinthe bottom panel is oriented opposite the top panel, the front panel isoriented opposite the rear panel, and the first side panel is orientedopposite the second side panel, and wherein the front panel comprises afirst interior surface and the rear panel comprises a second interiorsurface and wherein the first interior surface is oriented opposite thesecond interior surface, and the first interior surface and the secondinterior surface are perpendicular to the top panel; a first pluralityof pockets disposed on the first interior surface; and a secondplurality of pockets disposed on the second interior surface, whereinthe center compartment, the first plurality of pockets, and the secondplurality of pockets are accessible by opening the closure device,wherein a portion of contents of the first plurality of pockets and aportion of contents of the second plurality of pockets are visible afteropening the closure device, and wherein a portion of a first pocket ofthe first plurality of pockets is affixed to a portion of a secondpocket of the first plurality of pockets.

Further embodiments of the present invention include features including,but not limited to an upper surface that is rectangular that includes afirst edge, a second edge, a third edge, a fourth edge, and a closuredevice. This closure device may be a zipper that is parallel to thefirst edge, the second edge, and the third edge of the upper surface.Thus, the zipper may form a “U” configuration on the upper surface,i.e., the top of the bag. Because of this configuration, in furtherembodiments of the present invention, the center compartment, the firstplurality of pockets, and the second plurality of pockets are accessibleand/or viewable by opening the closure device.

Additional features are realized through the techniques of the presentinvention. Other embodiments and aspects of the invention are describedin detail herein and are considered a part of the claimed invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

The foregoing and objects, features, and advantages of one or moreaspects of the invention are apparent from the following detaileddescription taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings inwhich:

FIG. 1 depicts an aspect of an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 2 depicts an aspect of an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 3 is an exterior perspective view of the front of the upright bagaccording to an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 4 is an exterior perspective view of the back of the upright bagaccording to an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the adjustable/detachable shoulder strapaccording to an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 6 is an exterior perspective view of an end of the upright bagaccording to an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 7 is an exterior perspective view of an end of the upright bagaccording to an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 8 is an exterior perspective view of the bottom of the bagaccording to an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 9 is an exterior perspective view of the top of the bag accordingto an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 10 is an interior perspective view of the end compartment locatedon the left hand side of the interior of the bag (when front of bag isclosest to body) according to an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 11 is an interior perspective view of the inside front of the bag(when front of bag is closest to body) according to an embodiment of theinvention;

FIG. 12 is an interior perspective view of the inside back of the bagaccording to an embodiment of the invention;

FIGS. 13A-13D depict embodiments of pockets utilized in embodiments ofthe present invention;

FIG. 14 is an exterior perspective view of the bag, in which the top ofthe bag is visible, according to an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 15 is an exterior perspective view of the bag, in which the bottomof the bag is visible, according to an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 16 is an exterior perspective view of the front of the upright bagaccording to an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 17 is an exterior perspective view of the back of the upright bagaccording to an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 18 is an exterior perspective view of the top of the bag accordingto an embodiment of the invention;

FIGS. 19-20 are exterior perspectives view of the ends of the uprightbag according to an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 21 is an interior perspective view of the inside front and endcompartment located on the left hand side of the interior of the bag(when front of bag is closest to body) according to an embodiment of theinvention;

FIG. 22 is an interior perspective view of the inside back and endcompartment located on the right hand side of the interior of the bag(when front of bag is closest to body) according to an embodiment of theinvention;

FIG. 23 is an exterior perspective view of the bag, in which the top ofthe bag is visible, according to an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 24 is an exterior perspective view of the front of the upright bagaccording to an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 25 is an exterior perspective view of an end of the upright bagaccording to an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 26 is an exterior perspective view of the back of the upright bagaccording to an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 27 is an exterior perspective view of the bag, in which the top ofthe bag is visible, according to an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 28 is an exterior perspective view of the front of the upright bagaccording to an embodiment of the invention; and

FIG. 29 is an exterior perspective view of the back of the upright bagaccording to an embodiment of the invention;

FIGS. 30 and 30A are interior perspective views of the end compartmentlocated on the right hand side of the interior of the bag (when front ofbag is closest to body);

FIGS. 31-32 are instruction sheets that explain to the user how certaincompartments and pockets in an embodiment of the present invention canbe utilized while providing examples of these pockets and compartmentsin an embodiment of the present invention; and

FIG. 33 is a cross section of a portion of an embodiment of the presentinvention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The present invention is a bag with more than one compartment thatprovides easy accessibility, visibility and clear organization for itemscontained within the bag. In one aspect of the present invention, thecompartments are adapted to provide a golfer with the ability to carryand easily access a wide variety of items that could prove useful duringa day of golf. Embodiments of the present invention may contain multiplecompartments of varying sizes for separate storage of items including,but not limited to, golf accessories, toiletries, money, snacks,beverages, keys, and/or scorecards. In an embodiment of the presentinvention, a center compartment in the bag provides a space that can beused for other personal items such as hats, small purses, jackets,sweaters or rain gear.

The features and embodiments disclosed herein and above allow the bag topass, or be seen, as a fashionable woman's handbag, while at the sametime providing the usefulness and utility of a sports-adapted, i.e.golf, accessories bag. The external features of the embodiments of theinvention described herein allow the bag to resemble a conventional,fashionable woman's handbag. In particular, in certain embodiments ofthe invention, the special compartments described for holding golfaccessories are all located and hidden from sight inside the bag, ratherthan located on the outside of the bag. This combination is not foundelsewhere in the prior art.

Another advantage of aspects of embodiments of the present invention isthat by utilizing the compartments and pockets that were designed withcertain types of objects in mind, and therefore, to accommodate thosetypes of objects (e.g., a group of objects that would be useful during around of golf), the user can utilize the handbag to house those objectsin a manner that prevents the objects in the various pockets andcompartments from spilling, even when the position of the handbag itselfchanges, and even when the handbag is jarred or changes positionsuddenly. This advantage is particularly important because whenutilizing the handbag during a round of golf, the user of the bag willlikely traverse the golf course in a golf cart, a form of transportationthat may jostle the handbag and change its orientation. By utilizing thepockets and compartments to secure the items within, the handbag willprevent the contents from both spilling out of the individual pocketsand compartments of the handbag as a while or from becoming mixed withinthe handbag. The ability of the band bag to maintain the organization ofthe items within, even when the handbag is moved or otherwise disturbed,is an advantage of the present invention.

Furthermore, as an additional aspect of this invention, the bagdescribed herein allows for a novel, new method of organizing andcarrying golf clubs and accessories. It is conventional to put all oralmost all golf accessories into the same bag that holds the golf clubs.The current invention separates the bag for clubs from a separate bagfor accessories that is particularly useful and fashionable for femalegolfers. For example, the bag described herein can be used together witha lightweight golf bag that holds only clubs and has limited space foraccessories. Such a lightweight bag containing the golf clubs may bemade from canvas or other light material, and may be carried by a golferwho walks the course, by a caddy or in a golf cart. In one embodiment ofthis invention, a method of playing golf and/or organizing golfaccessories comprises the step of using two bags: one for golf clubs andone for accessories. In certain embodiments, one or more bags can becarried on the user's shoulder, or one or more bags can be carried by acaddy or golf cart.

An embodiment of the present invention is a handbag that is utilized tocarry accessories, for example, the accessories utilized while played around of golf. Both external and internal aspects of embodiments of thehandbag present invention contribute to advantages of the presentinvention.

As seen in FIG. 1, the appearance of embodiments of the presentinvention as a conventional, fashionable, handbag 100 contribute to theportability and ease of use of these embodiments. Embodiments of thepresent invention may be rectangular in shape and comprise two longerparallel sides 9 a-9 b and two shorter parallel sides 10 a-10 b, abottom surface 17 and a top surface 16. In an embodiment of the presentinvention, the top surface 16 includes a closure mechanism, such as azipper 19, that when opened, reveals an opening (not pictured) in thetop surface 16. When the zipper 19 is open, the interior of the handbag100 is visible and accessible to a user, through this opening. In anembodiment of the present invention, at least one magnetic element 21may be attached to an outer surface 7 of the handbag 100. FIG. 1 depictsa circular magnetic element 21 as a non-limiting example of the type ofelements that can be utilized. In an embodiment of the presentinvention, the magnetic element 21 is a golf ball marker that isattached to an outer surface 7 of the handbag 100, for example, withhidden magnets. In order to enable attachment of the ball marker, themagnet can be concealed in the interior of the bag opposite where theball marker is to attach.

In embodiments of the present invention, features contributing to thefashionable appearance as well as the portability of the handbag 100include a rolled handle 5 a-5 b affixed to at least two of the foursides of the handbag 100. In the embodiment of FIG. 1, the rolled handle5 a-5 b is attached to the two longer parallel sides 9 a-9 b of thehandbag 100. Adding to the fashionable appearance of the bag, andtherefore, the usability for a female golfer, for example, the exteriorsurfaces 7 of the handbag 100 may be constructed with an attractivematerial (e.g., fabric) to coordinate fashionably with the attire of theuser. In addition to enhancing the appearance of the handbag, materialsutilized in the construction of the bag, including but not limited tofabric, leather, faux leather (PU), nylon and/or plastics, may also beselected that maintain a consistent vertical orientation due to theirstructural characteristics, when containing objects and placedsubstantially upright of a substantially horizontal surface. Forexample, in an embodiment of the present invention, the fabric utilizedto construct various aspects of the handbag 100 is self-supporting whenoriented with the bottom surface 17 positioned substantially level,rather than bending or folding at this orientation. For example, in anembodiment of the present invention, a vertically self-supportingmaterial, including but not limited to, fabric, leather, faux leather(PU), nylon and/or plastics, may be utilized. This self-supportingstructural characteristic of the material selected enables the handbag100 to maintain a constant vertical shape, when placed substantiallyupright.

In embodiments of the present invention where the fabric of the exteriorsurface 7 does not self-support independently and the handbag 100 may bereinforced from within with structural elements, for example, portionsof a frame. For example, an embodiment of the present invention includesinternal elements to reinforce the sides of the handbag 100 so that thebag stands up independently, allowing for easier viewing of the contentsof the bag when, for example, a zipper 19 on the top surface 16 is open.

Referring to FIG. 2, in an embodiment of the present invention, one ormore of the interior pockets and compartments 23 and/or the objectsplaced in one or more of the interior pockets and compartments 23assists in maintaining the consistent vertical orientation of thehandbag 100 when it is placed substantially upright.

In an embodiment of the present invention, although aspects of thehandbag 100 contribute to the ability of the handbag 100 to self-supportwhen placed substantially upright, a user may exert pressure on theexterior surface 7 of the handbag 100 sufficient to fold and/or bend thematerial comprising the bag. Thus, not only can the handbag 100 of thepresent invention remain in a position that provides visibility andusability to a user or the contents of the handbag 100, the handbagitself, when empty, is flexible in a manner that enables a user to foldand pack the handbag 100 into a suitcase or other larger luggage fortravel.

Referring to FIG. 2, in an embodiment of the present invention, thestatic structural quality of the bag enables a clear view of thecontents as well as ease of access the contents, i.e., when the bag isplaced on a surface, the material that comprises the bag, and/or areinforcement to one or more sides of the bag, maintains the shape ofthe bag and the handbag 100 does not fold or collapse. When the handbag100 stands up on its own, users may view the contents of the handbag 100more easily because items are not concealed in folds of a collapsed bag.As seen in FIG. 2, when an embodiment of the present handbag 100maintains a constant shape, and the top surface 16 is opened using thezipper 19, a user can view what is inside by opening a closure on top ofthe bag and looking in. Because the sides on the bag remain static inform, the insides of the bag are not concealed. To this end, embodimentsof the present invention are constructed of fabrics and materials thatmaintain the shape of the bag, and/or are reinforced with suchmaterials, which, as seen in FIG. 1 and FIG. 2, can be rectangular.Materials utilized to construct the bag of the present inventioninclude, but are not limited to, fabric, leather, faux leather (PU),nylon and/or plastics. For ease of care, the exterior of the bag caninclude a combination of a durable, flexible, rigid material and/or anylon hand-washable material. However, as aforementioned, although thehandbag 100 is self-supporting at certain orientations, and in certainembodiments, when the interior pockets and compartments 23 are filledwith objects, the material comprising the handbag 100 is sufficientlyflexible to enable a user to fold the empty handbag 100 (bend andcollapse it upon itself) when empty.

As seen in FIG. 2, when open at a top surface, an embodiment of thepresent invention includes an inside portion with interior pockets andcompartments 23 (e.g., multiple compartments of varying sizes forseparate storage of items, including, but not limited to, golfaccessories, toiletries, money, snacks, beverages, keys, and/orscorecards). Among interior pockets and compartments 23 of the handbag100 in embodiments of the present invention, is a center compartment(not pictured) that provides a space that can be used for other personalitems such as hats, small purses, jackets, sweaters or rain gear. FIG.21, which will be discussed in greater detail later in this application,depicts a center compartment 101 of an embodiment of the handbag 100 ofthe present invention.

Returning to FIG. 1, in addition to contributing to the appearance ofthe handbag 100, the aforementioned rolled handle 5 a-5 b of FIG. 1 alsoincreases the usability and portability of embodiments of the presentinvention. Referring to FIG. 3 and FIG. 4, in an embodiment of thepresent invention, the rolled handle 5 a-5 b is attached to the top ofthe bag and can be used to carry the bag. Referring to FIG. 3, theexterior front 25 of an embodiment of the bag, a rolled handle 5 a isattached with decorative hardware 26 a-26 b. A rolled handle 5 b anddecorative hardware 26 c-26 d can also be seen in FIG. 4, the exteriorback 27 of the bag. Referring to FIG. 5, portability of embodiments ofthe handbag 100 may be further enhanced by the addition of a shoulderstrap 12, which is optionally adjustable and/or detachable. In anembodiment of the present invention, the shoulder strap 12 may beremoved for storage, optionally inside the handbag 100, when notattached to the handbag 100. In an embodiment of the present invention,the shoulder strap 12 includes several holes 36 a-36 n, which allow forconversion of the bag from and to cross-body and shoulder carry typebags. This selection of holes allows the user to adjust the strap tosuit her physique.

FIGS. 6 and 7 shows the exterior end panels of an embodiment of the bag.In this embodiment, the end panel contains decorative tabs and metalhardware that an adjustable/detachable shoulder strap attaches to.

Returning to FIG. 1, rings 22 a-22 b or other attachment elements, suchas hardware elements, comprised, for example, of metal can be used toattach the shoulder strap 12 to the bag, for example, at the two shorterparallel sides 10 a-10 b. As seen in FIGS. 6 and 7, the two shorterparallel sides 10 a-10 b of the handbag 100 may each comprise anexterior surface 31-32 comprising an end panel 33 a-33 b includingdecorative tabs 34 a-34 b and the metal hardware, such as theaforementioned rings 22 a-22 b.

Each ring 22 a-22 b can be joined to an attachment element 13, as seenin FIG. 5. Although FIG. 5 only shows one attachment element 13, theshoulder strap 12 in FIG. 5 includes one attachment element 13 at eachend of the shoulder strap 12. For example, if the attachment element 13is a clip that can open, the attachment element 13 may be opened tosecure it to one of the rings 22 a-22 b. The aforementioned rings 22a-22 b are also depicted in FIG. 6 and FIG. 7, which show views ofaspects of the shorter parallel sides 10 a-10 b of the handbag 100 in anembodiment of the present invention.

Referring to FIG. 8, in addition to utilizing a self-supporting materialto form at least one side of the handbag 100, and/or enforcing at leastone side of the handbag 100 with a structural element, additionalelements of the handbag 100 enable it to maintain its shape when setdown. In some embodiments of the present invention, the exterior bottomsurface 17 of the bag may be comprised of a material that retains thestructure of the handbag 100 when the bag rests upright when set down ona flat surface. Additionally, certain structures, stability protrusionscommonly referred to as “feet” 6 a-6 d may be added to a bottom surface17 of the handbag 100. These feet 6 a-6 d, which are attached to theexterior bottom surface 17 of the handbag 100 or molded with thematerial that comprised the exterior bottom surface 17 of the handbag100, contribute to one or more of the stability and the cleanliness ofthe article. Regarding the former, the feet 6 a-6 b create a pedestalstructure, allowing the bottom of the handbag 100, and therefore thehandbag 100 as a whole, to remain level when placed on a surface.Regarding the latter, the feet 6 a-6 d may be constructed from amaterial that is more easily washable than the material utilized on thebottom of the bag. Thus, if the bag is set down on an unclean surface,or, as when participating in a outdoor activity, such as golf, on asurface that is exposed to the elements, only the feet 6 a-6 b of thehandbag 100 may become dirty and the remainder of the exterior bottomsurface 17 of the handbag 100 will remain clean. Although four (4) feet6 a-6 d are shown in the embodiment of FIG. 2, the number may varybetween various embodiments.

The embodiment of FIG. 1 and FIG. 2 show a handbag 100 where the topsurface 16 has the “U shaped” zipper 19. FIG. 9 is a view of the topsurface 16 of an embodiment of the handbag 100 of the present inventionand depicts various aspects of the zipper 19, including, but not limitedto, that the sides of the “U” shape of the zipper 19 run parallel to theedges of the rectangle that comprises the top surface 16 of the bag.When the handbag 100 is opened at the zipper 19, the rectangularexterior top surface 16 of the bag can fold over to reveal the contentsof the handbag 100. In this way, opening the zipper 19 enables a user tohave full access to the inside of the handbag 100, as well as allowingeasy visibility and identification of the contents. In an embodiment ofthe present invention, the “U shaped” zipper 19 has a double zipper pullto aid in the opening and closing of the bag. This zipper closure at thetop of the bag can utilize one or more zippers and/or one or more zipperpulls. The size and shape of the opening created by utilizing the “U”shaped zipper in an embodiment of the present invention is seenadditionally in FIG. 2 and FIG. 18. Specifically, because of the uniqueopening, the contents in the interior pockets and compartments 23 of thehandbag 100 can be surveyed easily by a user. In an embodiment of thepresent invention, a single continuous zipper 19 is used as a closure onthe top surface 16 of the handbag 100. FIG. 18 provides a view of thezipper 19 on the top surface 16 of the handbag 100, while in FIG. 2, thehandbag 100, and thus, the zipper 19 on the top surface 16 is shownopen, revealing an example of the visibility of the contents of thehandbag 100.

In an embodiment of the present invention, in order to access the itemsinside the handbag 100 more rapidly, two zipper pulls are provided.Referring to FIG. 9 and FIG, 19, each zipper pull navigates the entiretyof the zipper 19. A central location 107 on the zipper 19 is aconvenient place that some users may place the zipper pulls afterclosing the zipper 19. By placing the zipper pulls at the centrallocation 107, a user can open the handbag 100 by unzipping a firstzipper pull to a first end 109 of the zipper 19 and can utilize thesecond sipper pull to unzip the zipper 19 to a second end 108 of thezipper 19. FIG. 18 also provides an example of the view of a zipper 19,and the various locations discussed where the utilization of two zipperpulls can be useful (e.g., a central location 107, a first end 109, anda second end 108).

In embodiments of the present invention that utilize two zippers pulls,the two zipper pulls enable faster access to certain contents of thehandbag 100. For example, when utilizing a handbag 100 with two zipperpulls, a user may choose to access/open only half of the handbag 100 tolocate a desired item within. This feature is particularly useful whenthe user is pressured for time and/or when the user knows the locationof a given object. Then, instead of opening the whole of the zipper 19,a user may utilize a single zipper pull just to open one side or aportion of the zipper 19.

Returning to FIG. 3, in an embodiment of the present invention, amagnetic element 21 is a ball marker and it is attached to one of thetwo longer parallel sides 9 a of the handbag 100 at the front surface 25of the handbag 100. The magnet enabling the magnetic element 21 toadhere to the front surface 25 can be concealed in the lining, sewn intoan interior of the bag (not pictured). This feature allows the bag to becustomized or personalized. More specifically, metal golf ball markerscome in various designs, logos, colors, customizations, etc. The hiddenmagnet allows the user to interchange various markers accordingly.

Additional magnetic elements may contribute to the functionality of thehandbag 100. For example, in FIG. 4, an easy access pocket 29 extendsthe length of the bag and has two hidden magnets 28 a-28 b that keep thepocket 29 closed and flush with the exterior back 27 of the handbag 100.When the handbag 100 is used by an individual participating in a game ofgolf, the pocket 29 can be used to hold a receipt for the starter, gamerules, tournament rules and other non-valuable items, given that thepocket is only secured magnetically and not with a more reliablemechanism, such as a zipper. Alternate closures can be employed inadditional embodiments of the present invention depending upon thesecurity requirements related to the items being concealed.

FIGS. 6 and 7 shows the exterior end panels of an embodiment of thehandbag 100. In this embodiment, the end panel contains decorative tabsand metal hardware that an adjustable/detachable shoulder strap attachesto. There is a long pocket that can be used for temporary storage ofcell phone while waiting for important calls or messages. This pocketcan also be used for storage of non-valuable items, including but notlimited to, receipts, rules books, etc.

FIGS. 14-29 are additional view of embodiments of the present inventionthat depict features that were discussed previously. For example, FIG.14 is an exterior perspective of the bag and from this figure, thenature of the material, and the ability of the handbag 100 to keep itsshape when it is resting, is seen. FIG. 15 provides an exterior view ofan embodiment of the bag where the feet 6 a-6 d on the exterior bottomsurface 17 of the bag is visible. As aforementioned, in addition to thematerials that comprise the bag assisting the handbag 100 in maintainingits structure, the feet also contribute to the stability of the handbag100.

FIG. 16 shows one side of an embodiment of the bag. In this figure, theaforementioned magnetic element 21, which is circular in this example,is seen. Magnetic elements can be attached to the bag using thisfeature. FIG. 17 is a view of another side of an embodiment of the bag.

In addition to FIG. 9, FIG. 18 also depicts a top view of an embodimentof the present invention. Viewing the handbag 100 from the top, thezipper 19 on the top surface 16 is visible. Because the rolled handle 5a-5 b is attached to side surfaces of the handbag 100, rather than thetop surface 16, these handles 5 a-5 b do not impede opening the handbag100. The zipper 19 in this embodiment of the invention is a “U”-shapedclosure that was described earlier in reference to FIG. 9 and FIG. 18.Returning to FIG. 18, in an embodiment of the present invention, thezipper 19 may comprise one or two zippers, or, as previously discussed,a single zipper with multiple zipper pulls. Multiple zipper and/ormultiple zipper pulls may be utilized to open the top surface 16 of thehandbag 100. As aforementioned, when open, a large opening in the topsurface 16 will provide a user of the bag with a full view of thecontents of the pockets inside the bag, which are not seen when the bagis shut, as well as easy access to items within the interior of the bag.As aforementioned, the configuration of the pockets and compartments andthe closures of these aspects enables any items stowed inside thehandbag 100 to remain where stowed without spilling out, even if/whenthe handbag 100 is dropped or falls out of a golf cart.

FIGS. 19 and 20, show the exterior surfaces 31-32 of the shorterparallel sides 10 a-10 b opposite sides, which can also been understoodas the left and right side of the bag. FIGS. 19 and 20 show howembodiments of the invention maintain their shape when placed upright.More specifically, the bottom of the bag remains upright, while both therolled handles 5 a-5 b and optional strap 12 can fold down (not shown),away from the opening of the top surface 16. FIGS. 19 and 20 show howthe optional strap 12 clips onto the bag. FIG. 19 also shows a buckle 46which allows the strap to be adjusted to various lengths. FIGS. 19 and20 also show the aforementioned pocket 31/32 which can be used for cellphones, mirrors, and other items that need quick access.

The configuration of the compartments within embodiments of the presentinvention, and the materials that comprise the compartments, enable auser to organize the contents of the bag, and/or to view the contents ofthe bag, thus enabling initial organization, and later rapid extractionof any of the items. As will be described in further detail, at least aportion of the interior pockets and compartments 23, as seen in FIG. 2,in the inside portion of the handbag 100, can be removed from thehandbag 100 for easy cleaning, and then replaced .

In an embodiment of the present invention, a first portion of a Velcrostrip is attached to the inside of the bottom of the bag, below thelining of the large center pocket that was discussed earlier. A secondportion of the Velcro strip, the portion of the strip that secures tothe first portion, is affixed, for example, sewn, to the surface of thelining of the center pocket facing the inside surface of the bottom ofthe bag. Neither Velcro strip is visible to the user, but by pulling thecenter pocket away from the inside bottom of the handbag, a user canbreak the adhesive between the two strips of Velcro and can pull thepockets and the lining up through the opening at the top surface of thehandbag. FIG. 33 is a cross section of a portion of an embodiment of thepresent invention that demonstrates the configuration of the lining andthe bottom of the handbag, such that lining can be partially removedfrom the inside of the bag for cleaning.

Referring to FIG. 33, a bottom surface 17 of an embodiment of a handbag100 of the present invention includes a top inner surface 112 that isadjacent and parallel to the lining 120 that forms the bottom of thecenter compartment of the handbag 100. The lining includes a lowersurface 118 that is adjacent to the top inner surface 112 of the bottomsurface 17 of the handbag 100. Affixed to the inner surface 112 of thebottom surface 17 in a first strip of Velcro 114 that is configured toattach to a second strip of Velcro 116 that is affixed to the lowersurface 118 of the lining 120. The second strip of Velcro 116 and thefirst strip of Velcro 114 are not visible to the user of the bag, evenwhen the bag is open. However, by pulling the lining 120 up through anthe opening at the top surface of the handbag, the user can break theconnection between the strips of Velcro such that the lining and theoverlapping pockets on the lining can be pulled through the opening on atop surface of the handbag 100 and cleaned when exterior to the handbag100. When the lining 120 is pulled through the opening for cleaning, aportion of the lining 120 will remain attached to the handbag 100, forexample, at the top, in a position adjacent to the top surface of anembodiment of the present invention. Once the lining 120 and the pocketsand compartments of the lining 120 are clean, a user can replace thelining 120 in the bag and secure the lining 120 to the bottom surface 17using the Velcro strips discussed. As one of skill in the art willrecognize, the opposing Velcro strips of FIG. 33 are merely onenon-limiting example of a type of temporary closure that can be used totemporarily join the lining 120 to the bottom surface 17 until detachedby a user, for example, for cleaning.

FIG. 21 shows the aforementioned view of the interior of an embodimentof the present invention, when the top from FIG. 18 is open. In anembodiment of the present invention, the pockets, including thosevisible in the interior pockets and compartments 23, overlap sodifferent rows of pockets can be accessed at the same time, and withease. FIG. 11 shows how pockets can overlap each other and still all beaccessible, e.g., certain pockets are accessible behind other pockets inthe handbag 100. For example, in FIG. 11, a zippered compartment 73spans close to the entire width and length of the a longer parallel side9 a of the handbag 100. The zippered compartment 73 is comprised of afront surface and a back surface. The back surface is the closest to theexterior front 25 (seen in FIG. 3) of the handbag 100. The front surfaceof the zippered compartment 73 serves as a back surface for more thanone additional pocket and/or compartment. Returning to FIG. 11, a toppocket 64 and a lower pocket 66 both utilize portions of the frontsurface of the zippered compartment 73 as a back surface. The top pocket64, not only overlaps a portion of the zippered compartment 73, the toppocket 64 is itself overlapped by a compartment 81. Compartment 81utilizes the front surface of top pocket 64 as a back surface forcompartment 81.

FIG. 31, an instruction sheet, also shows a portion of the interiorpockets and compartments 23 on the inside of an embodiment of thepresent invention. The aforementioned overlapping quality is observablefrom this figure as well. For example, the padded full length, doublezippered compartment 122 spans the entire length and width of the panelof pockets upon which it is oriented. Thus, a front surface of thiscompartment is the backing for a number of other pockets, including amesh pocket with Velcro 142, another double zippered pocket 140, an opensee through mesh pocket 138, a long mesh pocket with Velcro closure 136,a reinforced slot 134, a long mesh pocket 132, and three reinforcedslots 130. This overlapping is similarly observable in FIG. 32, forexample, when the two open, multipurpose sleeves 146 in this embodimentof the present invention, is oriented behind pockets including an opensee-through mesh pocket.

FIGS. 23-29 depict some additional views of embodiments of the presentinvention from different perspectives, all shown when the opening at thetop of this embodiment is closed. Thus, only the exterior features of anembodiment of the bag, from various sides, are visible.

As aforementioned, the present invention provides a multi-compartmentbag having easy access, portability and compartments sized to fit items,included but not limited to golf accessories and other accessories.Various aspects of embodiments of the bag are configured in a mannerenables a user looking into embodiments of the bag the visibility to seewhat is stored within the bag.

In an embodiment of the present invention, not only are certain pocketsspecifically adapted to accommodate certain objects, pockets thataccommodate objects that are particularly valuable (e.g., a cell phone,a wallet) are provided with more secure fastening means to conceal andprotect the more valuable objects. In an embodiment of the presentinvention, the interior of the bag is comprised of a plurality of closednylon and see-through mesh compartments that can be pulled out forcleaning, while remaining attached to the bag, so as not to be lost.

Referring to FIG. 22, (and also seen in FIG. 11 and FIG. 12) theinterior pockets and compartments 23 inside of an embodiment of thehandbag 100 of the present invention include multiple compartments ofvarying sizes for separate storage of items. (For example, FIGS. 31-32include a guide as to what types of items may be best suited fordepositing in certain pockets.)

Referring to FIG. 11 and FIG. 12 embodiments of the present inventioncomprise inner surfaces with pockets, including but not limited to,pocket 52 and another pocket 51. To accommodate the different types ofaccessories that could be utilized by an individual on the golf course,the pockets in different embodiments are of different sizes andconfigurations. However, the majority of pockets are accessible throughthe center compartment of the bag, which is an opening in the topsurface 16 of the handbag 100 when the zipper 19 is open. For ease ofaccess to multiple pockets at one time, when the bag is open, a user canaccess different panels of pockets that are parallel to each other andalong the inner surface of the outer body of the bag, the panelspositioned parallel to each other and parallel to this outer surface.Thus, in an embodiment of the given invention, on at least one side ofthe bag, the user may view and access more than one “row” of pockets. Asdiscussed, pockets may also overlap each other. In FIG. 21, the zipperedcompartment 73 is overlapped by a top pocket 64 and a lower pocket 66.The top pocket is also overlapped by a compartment 81.

In embodiments of the present invention, compartments andsub-compartments are of different sizes. These compartments can alsovary in how they are accessed. For example, in some embodiments of thepresent invention, the compartments are designed with see-through mesh,which allows visibility into the compartment. In some embodiments, thecompartments have either Velcro or zippered closures. However, inembodiments of the present invention, as seen, for example, in FIG. 22,the contents of the compartments can be accessed through an opening ofthe top surface 16 of the handbag 100. The visibility of the interior ofembodiments of the bag is also demonstrated in FIG. 2, which shows theinterior of the bag in an embodiment of the present invention. In FIG.2, the handbag 100 includes many compartments, pockets, sleeves, clipsand loops used for easy access and visibility of items. Thesecompartments can all be seen by looking into the open interior of thebag.

In an embodiment of the present invention, the visibility of itemsinside the handbag 100 is increased by utilizing certain color schemeswithin the hang bad 100 in order to highlight the entry point and/orboundaries of certain pockets and compartments on the inside of thehandbag 100. For example, FIGS. 31-32, which are instruction manualsthat can be offered to users of the bag, the point of entry into some ofthe pockets and compartments is accentuated by the use of a contrastingcolor, in this case, white, a lighter color than the remainder of thelining that comprises the pockets and compartments.

The following paragraphs are examples of certain configurations ofpockets and compartments that can be utilized in embodiments of thepresent invention. One aforementioned feature of the present inventionis the ability for a user to easily view, as well as access,accessories, golf-related and generic, stored in the disclosed bag.Embodiments of the present invention provide this visibility andaccessibility because they are constructed of materials that promotethis advantage. Embodiments in certain figures are discussed with someexamples of types of pockets and compartments that may be utilized incertain embodiments of the present invention. One of skill in the artwill recognize that the types and configurations of such pockets andcompartments may vary in accordance with different embodiments of thepresent invention.

FIG. 12 or 13A shows the interior back 47 of an example of the bag ofthe present invention, which contains a plurality of compartments,pockets, sleeves, clips and loops used for easy access and visibility ofitems on the inside portion 23 of the handbag 100. For example, FIG. 12is an interior perspective view of the inside back of the bag, when thebag is closest to the body of the user/wearer, according to anembodiment of the invention In this embodiment, a small see-through meshpocket 49 with Velcro closure 51 holds small items such as change, tees,ball markers, currency, and/or small wallet. This has a closure flapthat is designed to be large enough for branding. The see-through meshallows for easy visibility. There is a clip 53 located between open topcompartments 55 a-55 b. The clip 53 can be used for easy attachment andretrieval of keys, bracelets, hair ties, etc. In an embodiment of thepresent invention, the 53 clip is positioned between at least twopockets so that the items stored on the clip do not interfere with theaccessibility of the pockets.

Referring to FIG. 11, opposite the interior back 47 of the handbag 100,in FIG. 12, and inside the bag, is the interior front 43 of the handbag100. The interior front 43 of the handbag 100 also has a plurality ofsub-compartments with different sizes and types of access along,including but not limited to, an organized area for writing implementsand/or lip care, and/or sleeves for credit and business cards. Oneembodiment includes a sleeve in the back that designed for large cellphones, score cards, rules books, course books and/or for a passport.The size and the depth of the compartments can be adapted foraccommodating specific items. As also seen in FIG. 11, the pocketsattached to a given surface on the interior of the handbag 100, in thiscase, the interior front 43, can overlap each other and yet, remainaccessible for a user. In this embodiment of the present invention, alarger square pocket 62 overlaps two smaller pockets that are situatedin a column 68 one above the other and attached to the interior front 43of the handbag 100. In this column 68, a top pocket 64 is above a lowerpocket 66. Adhered to center portions of both these pockets, andoverlapping portions of these pockets, is the larger square pocket 62.

In an embodiment of the present invention, a zippered compartment 73 atthe interior front 43 of the handbag 100 at the front allows storage ofdocuments and/or a tablet computer. In this zippered compartment 73,there may be some padding for protection of any device inserted intothis zippered compartment 73. This zippered compartment 73 may alsoallow provide backing, such as the aforementioned padding to anchor anyembroidery stitched onto the opposite exterior surface of the bag. Thezippered compartment 73 may be secured by a mean other than a zipper infurther embodiments of the present invention. Customization includes,but is not limited to, the addition of a monogram to the bag, which canbe done utilizing embroidery. In FIG. 11, only the closure of zipperedcompartment 73 is visible because the additional pockets in thisembodiment may be affixed to the front of this zippered compartment 73.The overlapping pockets enable efficient utilization of the space withinthe handbag 100.

As aforementioned, pockets and compartments are customized in differentembodiments at different locations. In one embodiment, one side of thebag is designed with a long expandable pocket with a Velcro closure.This compartment is designed for hair brushes, personal hygiene itemsand sunglasses. In another embodiment, a side of the bag is designedwith an insulated beverage compartment. In another embodiment, theoutside of the bag also has sleeves on the sides and back to carryaccessories, such as cell phones and receipts.

Referring to FIG. 2, the inside pockets and compartments 23 areconfigured in a number of different ways in embodiments of the presentinvention in order to better accommodate a variety of objects that arediverse both in size as well as in the type of security that the user ofthe handbag 100 would desire in stowing these items. For example, FIGS.31-32 are instruction sheets that may be provided to a user with anembodiment of the handbag of the present invention that both display anddescribe a manner in which the inside pockets and compartments 23, andalso shown in FIG. 2, may be utilized, for example, in order to carryitems that may be utilized by a user during a day of playing golf. Theseinside pockets and compartments 23 provide a number of advantages basedon various aspects of the inside pockets and compartments 23. In a givenembodiment of the present invention, at least some of the inside pocketsand compartments 23 are configured to provide additional storage spaceto a user of the handbag 100. Additional storage space is provided inthe one or more of the following ways: 1) the pockets overlap eachother; 2) a square shape is provided for the majority of the pockets; 3)gussets are integrated into the pockets; 4) high quality zippers areutilized for ease of use. The overlap of the pockets was discussed, butboth the square shape of pockets in embodiments of the present inventionand the use of gussets enable users of the present invention to fill agreater portion of the space inside the handbag 100 while maintainingthe organization of the items placed in the bag. Meanwhile, the highquality of the zippers as well as the use of zippers for certaincompartments increases the security of those compartments and enablesthe handbag 100 to be used to carry items that need to be carefullysecured.

Returning to FIG. 11, among the compartments in an embodiment of thehandbag 100 is an open compartment 64, designed for holding items suchas socks, gloves, tissues, ball marking tool, GPS, etc. To store moreitems, clips 71 allow for easy attachment and retrieval of keys,bracelets, hair ties and the like while the overlapping compartment 62is designed to hold written materials, including but not limited to,books, pamphlets or small documents such as scorecards, rule books,passports, course books, etc.

As discussed earlier, one advantage of the present invention is thatpockets may overlap each other, which allows for efficient utilizationof the space within the handbag 100. To this end, a double zipperedlightly padded, zippered compartment 73, extends the length of the bag.The length of this zippered compartment 73 enables the handbag 100 tocarry larger items, such as tablet computers and documents and allowsaccess to the front of the bag, as aforementioned, for embroidery and/orcustomization.

As seen in FIG. 11, some embodiments of the present invention mayinclude, a series of loops 75, which can be utilized to hold smallitems. In the depicted embodiment, the series of loops 75 are attachedto a panel of rigid rectangular material 77. The number of loops inembodiments of the invention may vary, but in FIG. 11, four loops areincluded, as an example. In embodiments of the present invention, thesize and shape of the loops in the series of loops 75 may vary in orderto accommodate different types of items. In the embodiment depicted, inthe series of loops 75, the left three elastic loops are designed forgolf pencils, sharpies, and scorecard writing tools, while the largerelastic loop on the right is designed for lipstick, lip balms, medicinetubes and/or other slightly larger cylindrical items. In an embodimentof the present invention, a clip 71, for easy attachment and retrievalof keys, bracelets, and hair ties, etc., may also be secured byattachment to the rigid rectangular material 77.

Embodiments of the present invention are adapted for ease of use relatedto the sport of golf. Thus, an advantage of embodiments of the presentinvention is the ability to accommodate items that would be used duringa day of golf. To this end, in FIG. 11, a golf-specific item that can becarried is golf balls. Embodiments of the present invention may includea double zippered (or otherwise secured) compartment 79, to hold golfballs. The dimensions of the compartment 79 may be configured so that athree pack carton of golf balls fits in the compartment and up to sevengolf balls will fit in this compartment if the balls are taken out ofthe carton. Use of this compartment is not limited to storing golfballs, this compartment could also be used to hold other round orrectangular items.

Because most individuals carry a personal mobile device, compartment 81is dimensioned to accommodate these devices. To this end, compartment 81is a longer see-through mesh compartment with a see-through mesh pocket66 on the front. The longer compartment has a nylon flap and Velcroclosure. Meanwhile, compartment 66 was designed for easy viewing ofreceipts, medicines, etc. In embodiments of the present invention, thepockets are adapted to accommodate these specific items and/or thepockets are at least partially comprised of a see through mesh so thatthe items in the pockets can be seen more easily.

In an embodiment of the present invention, a series of sleeves 83 can beused to accommodate credit cards, business cards, driver's license ormembership cards and the like. A see-through mesh pocket 84 canoptionally hold medicines, gloves, snacks, receipts, compact, mirror,etc.

While the see through mesh utilized in FIG. 11 allows a user to seeitems within the bag, this embodiment also features a closure flap 45that is designed to be large enough for branding. In embodiments of thepresent invention, additional flaps are added to certain pockets andcompartments on the inside of the handbag 100.

In addition to pockets and compartments being configured so that theyare accessible from the top of the bag and open in a direction away fromthe interior front 43 of the handbag 100, such as those discussed inreference to FIG. 11, certain pockets and compartments may be affixed sothat they open towards the center interior of the handbag 100 from theinterior back 47 of the handbag 100, as seen in FIG. 12. In anembodiment of the present invention, as depicted in FIG. 12 acompartment 85 may be included at this interior back 47 to accommodategolf balls. In addition to utilizing a given long compartment 55 a toaccommodate certain items, an additional compartment 55 b can be an opentop compartment that is adapted to hold items such as suntan lotion,eyeglasses, snacks, and/or a GPS. A large, optionally double-zippered,compartment 87 with a see-through mesh pocket 65 on the front can beused to hold cosmetics, cigarettes, wallets, medicines, GPS, snacks,fruits, games, jewelry, etc. The see-through mesh pocket 65 accommodatestransactional items, including but not limited to receipts and/or acheckbook.

In various embodiments of the present invention, pockets, compartments,and other fixtures in the handbag 100 used to carry items may also bepositioned on the interior surfaces of the handbag 100 that are parallelto the two shorter parallel sides 10 a-10 b of the handbag 100 andopposite the exterior surface 31-32 in FIG. 6 and FIG. 7. Referring toFIG. 30, an embodiment of the present invention may include an insulatedbeverage compartment 97 parallel to an interior surface 99 opposite oneof the smaller exterior surfaces of the handbag 100. In an embodiment ofthe present invention, this compartment 97 can accommodate a cold waterbottle, a hot thermos, etc. FIG. 30A shows detail for the bottom of theinsulated compartment 97. Returning to FIG. 30, the aforementioned clip98, similar to the clip 53 in FIG. 12, allows attachment of items suchas keys, bracelets, hair ties, etc., is visible. In this embodiment,clip 98 is located to the right of the opening for the pocket. The clipallows for easy attachment and retrieval of keys, bracelets, hair tiesand the like. FIG. 30 depicts the beverage compartment 97 situated in anembodiment of the handbag 100 of the present invention.

As discussed earlier in this application, pockets in the invention canbe separated into panels that hang parallel to the two interior walls ofthe purse. These pockets can be adapted to carry various items. FIGS.13A-13D depict examples of some panels of pockets that can be includedin embodiments of the present invention, some of which have beendiscussed in reference to FIG. 10 and FIG. 11. As explained above, thevarious pockets and compartments of FIGS. 13A-13D can be affixed topanels proximate to all four interior sides of the handbag 100 and/or tothe sides themselves.

Referring first to FIG. 13A, this panel of pockets features theaforementioned clip for attachment of, for example, hair accessoriesand/or keys. Additionally, some of the pockets include a see-throughmesh, so that items placed in those pockets are easily viewable.

Referring to FIG. 13B, this panel of pockets includes pockets andattachments adapted to accommodate golf pencils and a cell phone. Asmentioned earlier, smaller pockets overlap a larger pocket, thus, a userof the bag can access both the small, specialized pockets on a frontsurface of this panel, and a larger pocket that appears “behind” thisgroup of smaller pockets. Referring to FIG. 13B, as aforementioned, oneembodiment includes a sleeve in the back that is a sleeve designed forlarge cell phones, score cards, rules books, golf course books and/orfor a passport. An example of this sleeve is depicted in this figure.

Referring to FIG. 13C, this is an example of the expandable beveragecompartment depicted in FIG. 30.

As seen in FIG. 13D a pocket can be located on the left hand side. Inthis non-limiting example, this compartment is a long expandable pocketwith a Velcro closure which is designed to accommodate hair-brushes,suntan lotion, sunglasses, personal hygiene items, and/or combs. Furtherembodiments of the present invention may utilize different closures.

It will be understood that the above description of the presentinvention is susceptible to various modifications, changes andadaptations, and the same are intended to be comprehended within themeaning and range of equivalents of the appended claims.

The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particularembodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention. Asused herein, the singular forms “a”, “an” and “the” are intended toinclude the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicatesotherwise. It will be further understood that the terms “comprises”and/or “comprising”, when used in this specification, specify thepresence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements,and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of oneor more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements,components and/or groups thereof.

The corresponding structures, materials, acts, and equivalents of allmeans or step plus function elements in the descriptions below, if any,are intended to include any structure, material, or act for performingthe function in combination with other elements as specifically noted.The description of the technique has been presented for purposes ofillustration and description, but is not intended to be exhaustive orlimited to the invention in the form disclosed. Many modifications andvariations will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the artwithout departing from the scope and spirit of the invention. Theembodiment was chosen and described in order to best explain theprinciples of the invention and the practical application, and to enableothers of ordinary skill in the art to understand the invention forvarious embodiments with various modifications as are suited to theparticular use contemplated.

1. A multipurpose bag for carrying golf accessories and other personalitems comprising: a center compartment secured by a closure device on atop panel of the bag, the center compartment defined by a front panel, arear panel, a first side panel, a second side panel, a bottom panel, andthe top panel, wherein the bottom panel is oriented opposite the toppanel, the front panel is oriented opposite the rear panel, and thefirst side panel is oriented opposite the second side panel, and whereinthe front panel comprises a first interior surface and the rear panelcomprises a second interior surface and wherein the first interiorsurface is oriented opposite the second interior surface, and the firstinterior surface and the second interior surface are perpendicular tothe top panel; a first plurality of pockets disposed on the firstinterior surface; and a second plurality of pockets disposed on thesecond interior surface, wherein the center compartment, the firstplurality of pockets, and the second plurality of pockets are accessibleby opening the closure device, wherein a portion of contents of thefirst plurality of pockets and a portion of contents of the secondplurality of pockets are visible after opening the closure device, andwherein a portion of a first pocket of the first plurality of pockets isaffixed to a portion of a second pocket of the first plurality ofpockets.
 2. The bag of claim 1, wherein the top panel is a rectangle andfurther comprises a first edge, a second edge, a third edge, and afourth edge.
 3. The bag of claim 2, wherein the closure device is atleast one zipper that is parallel to the first edge, the second edge,and the third edge of the upper surface and the at least one zipper isdisposed in a U configuration.
 4. The bag of claim 3, wherein the firstedge and the third second edge are latitudinal edges and the second edgeand the fourth edge are longitudinal edges of the upper surface.
 5. Thebag of claim 1, further comprising: a third plurality of pocketsdisposed on a surface between the first interior surface of the bag andthe second interior surface of the bag and parallel to the firstinterior surface of the bag.
 6. The bag of claim 1, further comprising:a third plurality of pockets disposed on a surface between the firstside panel and the second side panel and perpendicular to the firstinterior surface of the bag.
 7. The bag of claim 1, the front panelfurther comprising an outer surface, the outer surface comprising amagnet such that an object can be connected to the outer surface.
 8. Thebag of claim 1, the bottom panel further comprising a third interiorsurface, wherein a first portion of at least one of the first pluralityof pockets or the second plurality of pockets is adhered to the thirdinterior surface with a temporary attachment means, and wherein bydetaching the temporary attachment means, the first portion can beremoved from the center compartment.
 9. The bag of claim 1, wherein atleast one of further the front panel, the rear panel, the first sidepanel, or the second side panel is comprised of a material such that theat least one of the front panel, the rear panel, the first side panel,or the second side panel maintains a is self-supporting in a verticaldirection when the bag is placed in a substantially upright position.10. The bag of claim 7, further comprising a second outer surfaceparallel to the outer surface, the second outer surface comprising acompartment.
 11. The bag of claim 1, wherein each one of the firstplurality of pockets and each one of the second plurality of pockets arecomprised of nylon and see-through mesh.
 12. The bag of claim 1 whereinthe first pocket and the second pocket are independently accessible. 13.The bag of claim 1, wherein the first plurality of pockets and thesecond plurality of pockets each comprise at least one unsecuredpockets.
 14. The bag of claim 1, wherein the first plurality of pocketsand the second plurality of pockets comprise at least one securedpockets.
 15. The bag of claim 1, wherein each pocket of the firstplurality of pockets is adapted to accommodate a golf accessory orpersonal items.
 16. The bag of claim 1, wherein the center compartmentis adapted to accommodate at least one piece of outerwear.
 17. The bagof claim 15, wherein one pocket of the first plurality of pockets isadapted to accommodate one or more of the accessories selected from agroup comprising: keys, bracelets, hair ties, currency or change, golftees, ball markers, jewelry, batteries, hat clips, socks, gloves,tissues, ball marking tools, GPS, books, pamphlets, scorecards, rulebooks, passports, course books, golf pencils, sharpies, scorecardwriting tools, lipstick, lip balms, medicine tubes, golf balls, suntanlotion, eyeglasses, water bottles, medicines, receipts, snacks, mirrors,compacts, personal hygiene or toiletry items, a small wallet, a phone orelectronic devices.
 18. The bag of claim 1, further comprising a clipdisposed on one of the first inner surface or the second inner surface,wherein the clip is adapted to accommodate attachment of keys,bracelets, and hair ties without hindering access to any one of thepockets of the first plurality of pockets.
 19. A multipurpose bag forcarrying golf accessories and other personal items comprising: a centercompartment secured by a closure device on a top panel of the bag, thecenter compartment defined by a front panel, a rear panel, a first sidepanel, a second side panel, a bottom panel, and the top panel, whereinthe bottom panel is oriented opposite the top panel, the front panel isoriented opposite the rear panel, and the first side panel is orientedopposite the second side panel, and wherein the front panel comprises afirst interior surface and the rear panel comprises a second interiorsurface and wherein the first interior surface is oriented opposite thesecond interior surface, and the first interior surface and the secondinterior surface are perpendicular to the top panel; a first pluralityof pockets disposed on the first interior surface; a second plurality ofpockets disposed on the second interior surface; and at least one pocketdisposed between the first plurality of pockets and the first interiorsurface, wherein the center compartment, the first plurality of pockets,and the second plurality of pockets are accessible by opening theclosure device, wherein a portion of contents of the first plurality ofpockets and a portion of contents of the second plurality of pockets arevisible after opening the closure device, and wherein a portion of afirst pocket of the first plurality of pockets is affixed to a portionof a second pocket of the first plurality of pockets.
 20. A method ofplaying golf, comprising: utilizing a multipurpose bag for carrying golfaccessories and other personal items, the bag comprising: a centercompartment secured by a closure device on a top panel of the bag, thecenter compartment defined by a front panel, a rear panel, a first sidepanel, a second side panel, a bottom panel, and the top panel, whereinthe bottom panel is oriented opposite the top panel, the front panel isoriented opposite the rear panel, and the first side panel is orientedopposite the second side panel, and wherein the front panel comprises afirst interior surface and the rear panel comprises a second interiorsurface and wherein the first interior surface is oriented opposite thesecond interior surface, and the first interior surface and the secondinterior surface are perpendicular to the top panel; a first pluralityof pockets disposed on the first interior surface; and a secondplurality of pockets disposed on the second interior surface, whereinthe center compartment, the first plurality of pockets, and the secondplurality of pockets are accessible by opening the closure device,wherein a portion of contents of the first plurality of pockets and aportion of contents of the second plurality of pockets are visible afteropening the closure device, and wherein a portion of a first pocket ofthe first plurality of pockets is affixed to a portion of a secondpocket of the first plurality of pockets.